Acerir

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Members of the genus eqqus appear on many different planetsamong the galaxy in many shapes and sizes. One of the mostfamous horse-like creatures in the Azure Wheel Ganaxy are theAcerir of planet Ultimare, which have been ridden by the nativeUltimarians since before their recorded history.

The anatomy of this species is like that of a horse butwith thicker appendages, an elongated head, a maneof bristley hair that resembles a mohawk, and along, flexible tail.

These animals share a reseblance to the much smallerTisutu of planet Auryss, which leads many toqyestion if the two species are somehow related.However, this has never been proven.

The Acerir are highly intelligent and can quicklylearn commands and body language and have ahighly developed ability to read emotion andmoods. They can manage not only daily cognativeactivities, but mental challenges as well.

Acerir are originally from the grassland areas from the Akrian sector ofUltimare, but cansurvive in cliff regions as well since their feet make themsurprisingly surefooted.

They are highly social animals that require interaction with others whether it be other Acerir or a sentient companion. They have also been observed making emotional attachments to members of other animal species as well. They also follow what is referred to as ‘herd mentality’ and can easily be influenced by members of their herd to adopt certain behaviors and habits.

In the wild, Acerir live in herds that include up to 60 members that are lead by an elder female. While other members of the herd may have disagreements with their matriarch, they all respect her.

Roaming bachelor Acerir may travel alone or in small groups of up to five members.

Acerir communicate by making nickering noises similar to that of a horse or a bark similar to that of a zebra.

They are primarily nectarvores. An Acerir’s favorite food are the large yuuta flowers that dot the Ultimarian plains.This nectar is easily sythesized, and they can also survive on plantmatter, so Acerir raised on other worlds have no problem getting the nourishment they need.

Acerir have been domesticated and ridden by Ultimarians since prehistoric times.

They quickly form bonds with their riders andwill often defend their riders with their own lives.There are also stories of Acerir that die of abroken heart shortly after the death of theirbeloved rider.

This species is popular among other speciesin the galaxy. They are seen in most zoosand circuses while stuffed Acerir arepopular toys among children inthe galaxy.